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Tapas Catering in Tilford Reeds
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Tilford Reeds and across Surrey.
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Tilford Reeds
Receptions and parties in Tilford Reeds
Tilford Reeds is about 2 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Anywhere in GU10, we will come to your venue or garden. Tilford Reeds is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Historic buildings near Tilford Reeds often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Farnham station, about 2.3 miles north-west. Tilford Reeds is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in GU10, we can bring tapas catering to you. Other places close to Tilford Reeds for tapas catering include Tilford (1 mile north-east), Tilford Common (1 mile south-east), Millbridge (1 mile south-west), Lower Bourne (1 mile north-west) and Shortfield Common (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (3 miles north-west) and Museum of Farnham (2.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Upper Lake and Farnham Heath.
- Local schools include Edgeborough School (1.3 miles west) and South Farnham School (2.1 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Barley Mow pub (0.6 miles east)
About our tapas catering in Tilford Reeds
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Typical bookings include table tapas as a starter and canapés with welcome drinks, serving Manchego with membrillo, patatas bravas and albóndigas.
Near Tilford Reeds, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
For event organisers in Tilford Reeds
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Your questions about tapas catering in Tilford Reeds
Is Tilford Reeds too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Tilford Reeds from London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Collect dietary needs
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Serving boards and crockery.
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space, if you can
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Live paella or other catering?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Tilford Reeds
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Catering across Surrey, including Tilford Reeds
Towns and villages near Tilford Reeds
Other catering in Tilford Reeds
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space on each table
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Unloading access
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. A summer drinks reception in Tilford Reeds has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff